NewzThe South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has terminated the employment of 65 staff members for misconduct since April 2025. The Eastern Cape region accounts for 19 of these dismissals, marking a significant portion of the agency's recent disciplinary actions against internal wrongdoing.
Chief executive Themba Matlou has publicly condemned a series of death threats directed at officials tasked with investigating fraud within the agency. Matlou issued a warning to staff regarding the consequences of abusing their positions, emphasizing the agency's commitment to addressing internal corruption despite the security risks faced by investigators.
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